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RARE WHITE LION CUBS BORN AT SANBONA WILDLIFE RESERVE

Western Cape, South Africa (11/2010) These two cutie pies, rare male and female white lion cubs, were born at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, the result of Mantis Group’s pioneering white lion breeding project. Because of their beauty, rarity, and arresting appearance, white lions have been almost poached out of existence. Overcoming inherent setbacks in such an ambitious project, Mantis has successfully bred a pride of white lions, which freely roams the Reserve. In spite of their cuteness, the cubs’ mother left them on their own, unprotected and unfed and, doubtless, bothered and bewildered. The Mantis Wildlife Team tried to effect reconciliation with their mom to no avail, so the cubs were taken to Shamwari Game Reserve’s Animal Rehabilitation Centre in the Eastern Cape. Here they’re getting professional veterinary and husbandry care to ensure their survival.

“MANTIS MADNESS” HAS HIT SOUTH AFRICA

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Mantis Madness has hit South Africa, where travelers can enjoy savings of up to 46% on summertime bookings with Mantis properties. For $1,020, guests may enjoy five nights in the some of the best accommodations in South Africa. Guests will pay for two nights at one of South Africa’s exciting five-star Mantis game reserves: Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, Jock Safari Lodge, or Nkomazi Game Reserve, and will receive three nights free at the charming Constantia boutique hotel, located in the Cape’s oldest wine region, 20 minutes from the center of Cape Town.

For those with more time, an additional option is available: guests may receive a complimentary night at the Sheraton Pretoria Hotel with the booking of an overnight journey on the luxurious Blue Train. The Blue Train will transport guests from Cape Town to Pretoria (or vice versa) in style for $1342, with a free night at the end of the rails.

Pricing includes accommodation; meals, game drives and select beverages at your game reserve of choice; and breakfast and beverages at the Constantia. For the Blue Train option, all meals, off train excursions, high tea, beverages, and single transfers to/from the Cape Town and Pretoria train stations are included. Upgrades are available on all accommodations for an additional fee.

Valid from April 15th to the October 15th, 2010, excluding the dates of the World Cup (June 10th to July 15th), the Mantis Madness deals are subject to availability. For reservations, please email the Mantis Collection Central Reservations Office at reservations@mantiscollection.com or call +27 41 407 1000.